LG ELECTRONICS USA INTRODUCES HVAC PORTFOLIO FOR HOSPITALITY MARKET

ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 1, 2013 – LG Electronics USA announced today an updated portfolio of Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner (PTAC) solutions for the hotel and hospitality market, with an Energy Efficiency Rating (EER) of up to 13.3, the highest rating now available in the category.

LG's reliable new line of PTAC products includes 6 updated models offering a range of capacity options to meet the needs of a rapidly expanding hospitality market. The 208-230V Heating & Cooling models are available up to 7,300, 9,500, 12,200, 15,100 Btu/h capacities with EER ranging from 11.2 (15,100 Btu/h model) up to 13.3 (7,300 Btu/h model). The 265V Heating & Cooling Models include 9,700 Btu/h and 12,200 Btu/h models, with EER up to 12.8 and 11.9, respectively. 6 new LG Packaged Terminal Heat Pump (PTHP) models also are available for each voltage and capacity.

"LG continues to develop HVAC solutions to meet the unique requirements of hospitality settings and multi-room properties, especially as demand for more effective, targeted temperature control increases and operators seek smarter, more energy efficient solutions to satisfy guest needs," said Kevin McNamara , vice president, Commercial Air Conditioning, LG Electronics USA. "Our broad new PTAC lineup responds to market demand for a higher efficiency solution, which was previously generally available through expensive energy management systems, while further enhancing performance, quality and reliability with core components designed and built by LG."

Industry differentiators for the new product line include an updated compressor – designed and manufactured by LG – for higher efficiency levels, combined with Dual Brushless Digitally Controlled (BLDC) motors on interior and exterior of unit and an innovative cross flow fan to further increase performance levels with decreased noise levels.

All PTAC models manufactured and tested in LG factories for quality assurance

Compatible with most energy management systems for additional energy savings

For more information on LG's PTAC solutions for the hospitality market, or the complete portfolio of HVAC solutions for both residential and commercial industries, visit www.lghvac.com.

Designs, features and specifications subject to change without notice.

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The LG Electronics USA Commercial Air Conditioning business is based in Alpharetta, Ga. A 2013 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year, LG is a leading player in the global air conditioning market, manufacturing both commercial and residential air conditioners and providing total sustainability and building management solutions. From consumer and individual units to industrial and specialized air conditioning systems, LG provides a wide range of products for heating, ventilating and air conditioning. LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $45 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances. mobile communications, and air conditioning & energy solutions.

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